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Q: Are wasps active at night?

• <div><p>Wasps don&rsquo;t sleep in, but they are relatively inactive at night, sticking to the confines of the nest, in what&rsquo;s known as a dormant state. Additionally, female wasps hibernate throughout the winter. That&rsquo;s why evenings are the best time of the day to attack wasp nests.</p></div>

Q: What do scorpions hate?

• <div><p>Scorpions are repelled by strong scents like lavender, cedar, peppermint, and cinnamon. Applying essential oils of these scents mixed with water around your home's perimeter and entry points can act as a mild, chemical-free deterrent. In addition to scents, scorpions also tend to avoid well-lit areas, preferring to hide in dark, cool, and damp places during the day. However, it's important to note that these methods are not fully effective on their own and should be combined with other preventative efforts, such as sealing any potential entryways into your home.</p></div>

Q: Are roaches less likely in second stories of homes?

• <div><p>Roaches may not be quite as common on the top floors of a home, but they can easily climb up there if they want to. Second stories are less likely to have food sources and somewhat less likely to have moisture issues, so most roaches are attracted to bottom levels first. However, humid attics and similar spots can help roaches thrive.</p></div>

Q: What smell kills bed bugs instantly?

• <div><p>Citrus scents such as lemon or lime are lethal to bed bugs. They&rsquo;re drawn to the smell, but the chemicals often kill them. There are other ways to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/kill-bed-bugs-diy-bed-bug-treatment-plan.htm">kill bed bugs without an exterminator</a>, including using steam, DIY heat treatments, essential oils, diatomaceous earth, and more. However, you should hire a professional bed bug exterminator to eliminate large numbers of bed bugs.</p></div>

Q: How do I kill fruit flies outdoors?

• <div><p>To kill fruit flies outdoors, you'll want to make a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/insects-bugging-your-plants-try-these-10-natural-insecticides.htm">homemade insecticide</a> or find a plant-safe, nontoxic product. Fill a garden sprayer with your chosen solution and apply it on your plants and around the base of your home's exterior. Take care to limit your exposure to insecticides, as they can irritate skin and eyes. Always rinse garden fruits and vegetables before eating them.</p></div>

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Last update on July 23, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Recently I discovered that I had a racoon issue. I contacted a company that offers this service and they informed me that they could not address my issue for 2 weeks. I then contacted EV'S large pest control. Eric the owner stated he would be out to my residence the following day since he was...
EV Large Pest Control, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Blake was very informative when I first contacted Bug Shield for service. After I received pricing (very fair), the service was scheduled and performed. Blake showed up with his new equipment and sprayed the perimeter of my home with a nontoxic, pet friendly product (after it dries, ) Havenâ t...
Bug Shield Pest Management
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Reviewed in November 2023
I originally contacted Tyler for a tiny gnat problem on the outside of our house in the spring. He sprayed the affected areas and that took care of that! I then contacted Tyler for a meal moth problem we had in our garage from bird seed we bought. He sprayed our garage throughly, noted areas...
Buginator Pest Management, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
I have had amazing experiences hiring the Design Desk for home and yard maintenance. They are very good listeners, hard working, and cost effective. Jenny was very thoughtful about working with our needs for native plants and non-toxic pest management. Highly recommended.
Design Desk Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2020
After Advantage supposedly Sprayed my home for spiders, my handyman was almost stung by a wasp nest that was active. I then had to purchase a wasp spray to kill the wasps that should have been killed by the pesticide service. When I contacted the owner, he asked where I found the nest and his...
Advantage Pest Control
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Reviewed in September 2019
GoPestTech was very quick to respond to my inquiry and Lorne was able to come out the next day to treat the bee nests around our house. He was very informative not only about what he was using but about the bees themselves. Lorne was able to eliminate the bees with one treatment. I would...
GoPestTech
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Reviewed in April 2016
Majed from MB Integrated Pest Control has been to my house 4 times this past year. Whether responding to an urgent issue or performing routine prevention, he is always thorough, prompt, and very kind. I know that I can trust him to take care of whatever problem we have, as well as do a great job...
MB Integrated Pest Control
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Reviewed in June 2012
ABT Basement Solutions came to our home to give us advice on a water control system. We explained the water issues we were having, and they assured us that their system would solve our problems. We paid $4500 for a full perimeter system that was installed in the inner perimeter of our home. ...
ABT Foundation Solutions Inc
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Reviewed in June 2010
We called valley pest control because they had a good rating on here. The technician came out and inspected all over the house except the 4 foot tall crawl space (i have a feeling he didn't feel like climbing in there) He told us a couple of things we needed to do to keep out rodents (we called...
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Bay Pest Solutions - Scott Elsner, LLC

4.8(

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bugs and Insects - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+1 more

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had an ant problem for years got them in last year and haven?t seen an ant since. This year added my shop in plan and absolutely love it no more flys beetles or spiders it amazing HIGHLY RECOMMEND"

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Spring-Green Pest Control

4.6(

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsMosquito Control

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I love Spring Green way of evaluating my home and backyard for pests and rodents."

+13

Response time7 hrs

147 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Greenix Pest Control Milwaukee

4.8(

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Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bed Bugs+1 more

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Staff was courteous and prompt for a one time service. The treatment was only partially successful. One hornet nest was inactive after one day. The second nest is still active four days after treatment. I will probably not use a pest service in the future. It is not economical for me."

+11

Response time1 day

Response rate93%

23 neighbors recently requested a quote

Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+2 more

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Pest Control employee arrived earlier than told. He went to work outside and then inside. He asked questions about were the bug problem was the worst. He was very polite and informative."

1338 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by74%of homeowners

Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Customer service was FANTASTIC! Ryan went above and beyond to help resolve our bird nesting problem"

+86

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Greenix Pest Control Green Bay

5.0(

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Pest Control - RodentsMosquito ControlPest Control - Bed Bugs+1 more

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Greenix Pest Control, we know that effective pest control is a process, not a one-time fix.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+6 more

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."

68 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They do not do VA home loan refinance inspections. Shouldn't be listed here."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Bauer Wildlife and Pest Solutions, LLC

4.6(

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I wasn't sure what the issue was when I first called Chris. He was able to pinpoint the issue (mice) and the entry points into my home they were using. He then set a series of traps to verify they were indeed mice. Chris was honest and up front about his prices and services. He came back to check the traps to verify it was a mice issue, returning as many times as necessary until the mice were gone. He even gave me a separate quote for sealing the entry points and sanitizing the areas the mice were in, giving me the choice to have him do as much or as little work as I felt was necessary. He performed the work above and was at my house when promised. I would recommend Chris and Bauer Wildlife and Pest Solutions to anyone who is having issues."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate94%

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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EV Large Pest Control, LLC

5.0(

)

Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Small Animals - For Business

Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Knowledgeable in large pest control. Quickly assessed that I had racoons and where they were entering. Humane removal and relocation, plus cleanup service after. Highly recommend!"

+16

Response time5 hrs

Response rate98%

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Wasps don’t sleep in, but they are relatively inactive at night, sticking to the confines of the nest, in what’s known as a dormant state. Additionally, female wasps hibernate throughout the winter. That’s why evenings are the best time of the day to attack wasp nests.

Scorpions are repelled by strong scents like lavender, cedar, peppermint, and cinnamon. Applying essential oils of these scents mixed with water around your home's perimeter and entry points can act as a mild, chemical-free deterrent. In addition to scents, scorpions also tend to avoid well-lit areas, preferring to hide in dark, cool, and damp places during the day. However, it's important to note that these methods are not fully effective on their own and should be combined with other preventative efforts, such as sealing any potential entryways into your home.

Roaches may not be quite as common on the top floors of a home, but they can easily climb up there if they want to. Second stories are less likely to have food sources and somewhat less likely to have moisture issues, so most roaches are attracted to bottom levels first. However, humid attics and similar spots can help roaches thrive.

Citrus scents such as lemon or lime are lethal to bed bugs. They’re drawn to the smell, but the chemicals often kill them. There are other ways to kill bed bugs without an exterminator, including using steam, DIY heat treatments, essential oils, diatomaceous earth, and more. However, you should hire a professional bed bug exterminator to eliminate large numbers of bed bugs.

To kill fruit flies outdoors, you'll want to make a homemade insecticide or find a plant-safe, nontoxic product. Fill a garden sprayer with your chosen solution and apply it on your plants and around the base of your home's exterior. Take care to limit your exposure to insecticides, as they can irritate skin and eyes. Always rinse garden fruits and vegetables before eating them.

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